Circuit Court Jurisdiction Map

The united states courts 11 thomas april 1988. And all felonies and misdemeanors. At large judges are listed separately.

Sittings vary in length from one day to three weeks and are generally held every 2. Civil, criminal, family law and jury service. These circuit courts exercised both original (first instance) and appellate jurisdiction.

Within limits set by congress and the constitution, the district courts have jurisdiction to hear nearly all categories.

Within limits set by congress and the constitution, the district courts have jurisdiction to hear nearly all categories. It has nationwide jurisdiction in a variety of subject areas, including international trade, government contracts, patents, trademarks, certain monetary claims against the united states government, federal personnel, veterans’ benefits, and public safety officers’. Circuit courts of appeal hear challenges to decisions issued by the federal district courts located within the boundaries of the circuit. Circuit courts have jurisdiction over all civil cases at law over $7,500 with limited exceptions;